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Beer run in MDOT truck prompts investigation, claims of misuse

A Facebook post capturing what appears to be a beer run in a Mississippi Department of Transportation law enforcement vehicle has resulted in a MDOT investigation regarding the aledged is sparking debate about what should be allowed in state vehicle

Beer run in MDOT truck prompts investigation, claims of misuse

A Facebook post capturing what appears to be a beer run in a Mississippi Department of Transportation law enforcement vehicle has resulted in a MDOT investigation.

Saturday, Facebook user Jill Jones shared several photos of three unidentified women outside of the Kangaroo gas station in Pontotoc. In the photos, the individuals appeared to place beer into coolers, before loading the beverages inside the truck.

MDOT has opened up an investigation, after a Facebook sparked claims about the misuse of a state vehicle.(Photo: Facebook)

MDOT acknowledged Jones' post on the department's Facebook page with a statement:

" MDOT does not tolerate the misuse of state property. At this time, a report has been filed to investigate social media posts that have been provided to MDOT. Action will be taken against anyone found violating our policies on the use of state vehicles. If you have any details regarding the misuse of state property, please report it to comments@mdot.ms.gov or direct message us on Facebook."

According to an official use policy found in the State of Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration Office of Purchasing, Travel and Fleet Management March 2014 Rules and Regulations Fleet Manual, state-owned vehicles are not to be used for unofficial travel including sightseeing or trips for pleasure.

The section also says non-state individuals such as volunteers, spouses, and children should not be passengers in a state vehicle unless they are involved in the conduct of business which is in the scope of employment of the authorized user operating the state-owned vehicle.